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SC reinstates arrest warrant, HDO vs slain racer's wife
The Supreme Court (SC) yesterday reinstated the warrant issued for the arrest of Dalia Guerrero over her alleged involvement as co- conspirator in the killing of her husband, racer Enzo Pastor, in 2014.
Barayuga slay: Duterte's men played dangerous Game of the Generals
Atleast three police colonels conspired in murdering a general in 2020, using then-president Rodrigo Duterte's drug war as cover.
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ROSES & THORNS
Global ambition
Critics may dismiss as a political circus the ongoing investigations at the Senate and the House of Representatives.
T-3 parking/MRT-6.5
The hottest topic in town for nearly a week has been all about the increased parking rates at the NAIA Terminal 3. The topic was so hot that it even overshadowed the ongoing congressional quad comm investigations.
Alice unbowed
Dismissed as mayor of Bamban, Tarlac and detained without bail, Alice Guo is unbowed. Yesterday, as the latest complaint was filed against her by the National Bureau of Investigation for falsification of documents, her lawyer Stephen David announced that she would seek reelection in 2025.
Rody 2025 plans uncertain
Filipinos will have to \"wait and see\" if former president Rodrigo Duterte will run for senator or Davao mayor in the May 2025 midterm elections, according to Sen.Bong Go.
Miru System local partner pulls out - Comelec
One of the local partners of election technology provider Miru System has withdrawn from the joint venture, citing conflict of interest as some of its owners have plans to run in the 2025 midterm polls, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced yesterday.
VAT impact on Netflix, other services felt by 2025
Consumers will likely feel the impact of the value-added tax (VAT) on foreign digital service providers in the first quarter of 2025, according to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) which stressed there is no guarantee from government that subscription costs will not increase.
Marcos renews commitment to strengthen health care system
President Marcos yesterday encouraged the public to take advantage of free available medical services as he reiterated his commitment to strengthen the country's health care system.
'Quinta comm' to probe smuggling, price manipulation
The House of Representatives has adopted a resolution allowing five of its committees to conduct a \"joint inquiry\" for purposes of introducing an amendment to the law or come up with a new legislation that would help thwart massive smuggling and price manipulation, among many others.
Alice Guo seeks to run for reelection - lawyer
Guo, lawyer face perjury, falsification raps
BBM to DepEd: Continue improving quality of education
President Marcos yesterday ordered the Department of Education (DepEd) to continue enhancing the quality of education in the country as the government continues to address key issues in the sector, including the poor performance of Filipino students in recent global assessments.
'Duterte boys' Bong Go, Bato file COC for reelection
Three allies of former president Rodrigo Duterte yesterday made their senatorial bid official by filing their certificate of candidacy (COC) for the May 2025 race.
Signal 1 in Batanes as Julian reenters PAR
Typhoon Julian reentered the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) yesterday but will no longer have any direct effect on the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysition (PAGASA).
South Korean president to visit Phl on Oct. 6-7
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol will undertake a two-day state visit to the Philippines beginning Sunday upon the invitation of President Marcos, South Korean Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa announced yesterday.
BINI's 'Born to Win' docu chronicles girl group's struggles and rise to stardom
Mikha, Colet, Maloi and Jhoanna of the P-pop girl group BINI got emotional after watching their docuseries, \"Chapter 1: Born to Win.
THIRD-GENERATION NIEVERA IN MARTIN'S 42ND ANNIVERSARY CONCERT
THERE WERE undoubtedly thrilling, exciting, funny, surprising and memorable moments when Concert King Martin Nievera staged his major concert, \"The King 4Ever,\" Friday night at the Araneta Coliseum.
SPICES, TEARS AND CHEERS
People gather together around a table of food for many reasons.
EMPOWER YOUR LIFESTYLE WITH THE CHINABANK VELVET VISA SIGNATURE
In a significant move towards improving financial services and expanding market reach, Chinabank and Visa have officially entered into a strategic partnership marking the beginning of a promising collaboration aimed at leveraging each company's strengths to deliver innovative banking solutions.
A CULINARY ADVENTURE AT 22 GRAMS
I got to 22 Grams in Poblacion, Makati and was a bit apprehensive to enter as it looked like a place for cakes and desserts.
Gov't to lose P10 B from vape smuggling
Lost revenues from the continued smuggling and illegal selling of vape products will likely double to P10 billion this year as misdeclaration worsens.
After parking, new NAIA operator hikes airline fees
After first hiking parking rates, the new operator of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has this time started charging airlines higher takeoff and landing fees, a cost hike that could push airfares up.
Foreign competition to perk up domestic shipping
It has finally happened.
Power stability, WESM and cheap electricity
Three of several important energy development in the country recently are related to our energy security, distribution continuity, and power stability.
First end-of-life vehicle dismantling facility launched
The country's first end-oflife (ELV) vehicle dismantling facility has been launched in Pampanga with support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) as part of the push for responsible management of waste in the automotive industry.
Lopez-led EDC sets expansion in Indonesia
Lopez-led Energy Development Corp.(EDC) is looking to establish a foothold in Indonesia as it plans to invest roughly $456 million to develop two greenfield geothermal projects.
Joey Salceda: Senior citizens' champion
Congressman Joey Salceda may be serving his final term, but the lasting impact he has made as a lawmaker in the House of Representatives will be remembered as nothing short of legendary.
Stocks up amid rising Middle East tensions
The local stock market held its ground yesterday amid concerns over rising tensions in the Middle East, finishing higher for a second straight session.
AI slowly taking over IT-BPM sector in Phl
Over 60 percent of information technology-business process management (IT-BPM) firms in the country are already using artificial intelligence (AI) in their operations, but only eight percent have reported a decline in the workforce due to the use of the new technology, according to the Information Technology and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP).